Vung Tau City Private Shore Excursion with Local Guide

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1. The Thich Ca Phat Dai Pagoda, built between 1961 and 1963, lies on Lon Mountain. Within the monastery compound is a 6-metre tall statue of Buddha and a Zen monastery at the foot of the mountain. The dense foliage inside the compound houses a variety of birds. This path is lined with statues that display important events in the life of Gautam Buddha, and there also is a stupa and six dragon statues along the way. Pagoda lies in the harmonious combination between its architectural structure and the natural surroundings, especially the white cement construction of the giant statue of Buddha perched on a 4.5 meter high pedestal shaped like a lotus blossom.

   30 min

2. The Christ of Vung Tau Statue, also known as the Statue of Christ the King, is a remarkable landmark in Vung Tau, Vietnam. Towering at an impressive height, it offers breathtaking panoramic views of the city and serves as a testament to the region's strong Christian heritage and spirituality. The statue was constructed in 1972 but dismantled just 2 years later. Construction resumed in 1992, on Dec 1, 1994, statue's summit was officially inaugurated. In 2012, this sacred statue was recognized as the largest Jesus statue in Asia. It is also designated as a national historical-cultural relic and holds the record for the "largest Jesus statue in Vietnam." The statue stands at an elevation of 136 meters above sea level, showcasing its grandeur and imposing dimensions. It reaches a height of 32 meters, with the outstretched arms spanning 18.4 meters. There are 834 steps to reach the sculptures on a 10-meter-high concrete pedestal & ascend 133 spiral steps leading to the statue's shoulders.

   1 hAdmission included

3. Bach Dinh, or the White Palace of Vung Tau City is located at 4 Tran Phu Street, on the slop of Big Mountain. Standing 50 meter above the sea level, White Palace has its French name which is La Villa Blanche. Tracing back to the year of 1898, it was considered as a summer holiday villa of French Governor General Paul Doumer. This palace was named after his lovely daughter. Unfortunately, while the structure was being built, Doumer had to come back to France and became the President of France later. It was not until 1916 that it was officially used for holiday resting of some Indochina-French Governors. Once visiting the White Palace, you will be attracted by its all white appearance, which is the reason why people here call it “Bach Dinh” (“Bach” means white color in Vietnamese). Since it was designed and constructed by French, this three-floor building was strongly influenced by French and a little bit Greek style with the height of 19 meters and length of 25 meters

   20 minAdmission included

4. Probably the most famous seafood restaurant in Vung Tau, Ganh Hao is something of a logistical miracle. This is one of those enormous places that churns through hundreds of diners a day, but still seems to deliver tasty seafood, as ordered, and in reasonable time. Set by the sea in the open air, Ganh Hao serves great lunch.

   1.5 h

5. Thuy Van beach(Back beach) is located in south-east of Vung Tau City, Back Beach is over 8km-long from the foot of Small Mountain to Cua Lap. Its one of the biggest and most beautiful beaches in Vietnam Also called Thuy Van Beach, the Back Beach leans against white sand-dunes and immense casuarina forest. Everytime a light wind blows, the tiny casuarina foliages sing a song. Below the casuarina forest, there are some comfortable wood guest-houses designed according to style of the Central Highlands communal house. The sea surface of Back Beach is calm in the south wind season but rough in the north wind season. With the fresh air, charming scenery, the Back Beach will make tourists feel easy after hard working-days.

   45 min

6. In addition to the attractions mentioned above, if time permits, we can enjoy some free time at the beach before heading back to the port, ensuring you return to the ship on time for departure.

   50 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Vung Tau

• Its from-price is 15% below the median of the 24 day trips we list in Vung Tau.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Vung Tau

Vung Tau is a seaside city on a peninsula in southern Vietnam, a weekend retreat for Ho Chi Minh City with beaches, a hilltop Christ statue and seafood.

Vung Tau occupies a peninsula on the South China Sea in the south of Vietnam, south-east of Ho Chi Minh City, with two small mountains rising from the coast. Under the French it was called Cap Saint-Jacques, and it still has colonial buildings such as the White Palace, a villa of 1898 set among frangipani trees on the hillside. A lighthouse built in 1862 stands on the Small Mountain with views over the bay.

Top-ranked sights in Vung Tau: Christ the King Statue (Christ of Vung Tau).

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